Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Salary: $18.00/hr

***PAID TRAINING***

No ExperienceRequired

Days/Hours: Sat & Sun 11:00pm-7:00amTotal: PT 16hrs./wk.

GENERALSUMMARY:(General Purpose of the Job)

Performs duties as delegated by Program Manager in licensed community residential facility for persons with intellectual disabilities or behavioral health.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:(Primary Responsibilities)

Some duties and responsibilities vary in intensity and frequency depending on the program.

Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic living environment for persons in a community residential setting.

Encourage, guide and train individuals in developing daily living skills in a community residential setting.

Assist individuals in maintaining their physical health and hygiene.

Medication Administration

Assist in organizing and participating in leisure/recreation activities.

Demonstrate and coach the individuals using approved techniques and strategies.

Participate in the maintenance of overall operation of a community residential setting.

Follow Agency policy and procedures.

To participate in the ongoing communication regarding program planning and implementation for individuals.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

High School Diploma or equivalent (as per program requirements)

18 years or older - 21 years or older Personal Care Homes

Pass and maintain Medication Certification standard

Valid U.S. Drivers License and able to be insured on company policy

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Candidate will have ability to function in a team environment.

Candidate will have ability to work well with individuals and have the physical ability to assist with personal care such as: transferring individual for bathing, household tasks, and grocery shopping.

Properly perform the techniques taught in CPR-AED/ First Aid.

Properly preform lifting and carrying techniques up to 25lbs.

Candidate will behave in professional manner; complete training programs; attend required meeting

Unconventional Schedules; Fitzmaurice operates programs and services 24/7, 365 days per year

Basic computer skills

Maintain annual required training hours for position

EOE

Part-time